Software Developer III - Distributed Engineering Workstation (Power Flow Software)

Company Overview:  

For more than 50 years, NISC has developed and implemented enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 960+ utilities and broadbands across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality driven and valued priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld’s Best Places to Work for twenty-two years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team.  

Our Members have over 18 million end customers (residential and businesses who receive power, internet, television and/or telephone services) that our enterprise software solution enables our Members to compete effectively in the industry, while excelling in customer service.   

Position Overview: 

NISC is seeking a talented full-stack developer with a passion for solving complex challenges and working collaboratively. This role will be part of an agile development team, building and working on our Distributed Engineering Workstation (DEW) product.   

This team is responsible for the development of an integrated platform designed for engineers and system operators of electric systems to aggregate and analyze data. They maintain cutting edge algorithms for power flow in electrical systems used by electrical and power system engineers to assess their electrical grid's status and plan future load needs to support renewable energy technology like solar and electric vehicles. A successful candidate will work with our skilled team to develop innovative solutions and maintain our existing software, to meet our Members’ needs.  

Learn more about DEW here.   

Essential Functions: 

• Software Development: Design and build responsive desktop applications specifically for electrical engineering applications, ensuring that solutions are robust and scalable.
• Feature Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including product managers, quality assurance, and support staff—to research, design, and implement new features tailored to electrical engineering needs.
• Issue Resolution: Research, analyze, and resolve moderately complex customer issues and bugs related to electrical engineering applications.
• Testing: Perform unit testing and integration testing of code to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Development Practices: Adhere to established software development methodologies and procedures, and continuously seek to improve development practices.
• Other duties as assigned.  

Desired Experience and Skills Preferred: 

• Experience: 
  • 8+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on developing solutions for technical fields such as electrical engineering. 
  • Experience in the electric utility or energy industry.
  • Familiarity with GIS, network modeling, or engineering analysis tools.
  • Exposure to distributed systems or data-intensive applications.
  • Familiarity with optimization algorithms
  • Familiarity with iterative methods for solving nonlinear systems
  • Familiarity with power flow algorithms
• Technologies:  
  • Proficient in C++ and C#. 
  • Experience with Java or other Object-Oriented languages.
  • Knowledge of relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL or Oracle.
  • Knowledge of or experience with Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering.
• Development Practices:  
  • Experience with asynchronous workflows and patterns.
  • Knowledge of web trends, architecture, and deployment patterns.
  • Proficiency with Git, including branching and merging workflows.
  • Experience with Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Bamboo.
• Keep up with technology trends and innovations in your field of practice.
• Commitment to NISC's Shared Values.  

Work Schedule:     

• Hybrid from the following office location:    
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Lake Saint Louis, MO 
  • Mandan, ND
• Hybrid Schedule: Minimum of working 3 days per week out of an office location and ability to work up to all 5 days a week from an office location. 
• Required Days from an Office Location: Tuesday and Wednesday – the third required day will be up to the candidate and their supervisor to choose.     

NISC’s Shared Values & Competencies: 

We’re a cooperative, which means we’re owned by the Members we serve. It also means that our focus is on taking care of our Members and our employees, rather than having a big bottom line. Quality service and innovative technology start with happy and dedicated employees. Join our team and learn for yourself what sets NISC apart. 

• Integrity – We are committed to doing the right thing – always.
• Relationships – We are committed to building and preserving lasting relationships.
• Innovation – We promote the spirit of creativity and champion new ideas.
• Teamwork – We exemplify the cooperative spirit by working together.
• Empowerment – We believe individuals have the power to make a difference.
• Personal Development – We believe the free exchange of knowledge and information is absolutely necessary to the success of each individual and the organization. 

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with $100 monthly contributions from NISC.  
  • Like to walk? Improve your overall wellness knowledge? Ability to earn up to $800 additional dollars into your HSA each year through our Wellness Rewards program.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) thru Paylocity.
• Fully covered life insurance up to x3 annual base salary.
• Fully covered short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k), traditional or Roth, with employee match up to 6% and employer 4% salary base contributions.
• PTO accrual levels dependent on years of service, 120 Life Leave Event hours, Holiday Week, and 9 paid holidays.
• $2,500 Interest-FREE technology loan program.
• $25,000 employee educational assistance program.
• Volunteer, Wellness, Family Events and other employee fun supplied by our committees.
• Employee Assistance Program; assisting employees and dependents with virtually any life event.
• Benevolence Committee to support employees with financial hardships like unexpected medical bills, funerals and other unfortunate hardships. 

Desired Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Computer Science-related field or equivalent experience.  

Minimum Physical Requirements: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate.  Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment. 

Disclaimer: 

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time. 

Key Words:  

Java | Big Data | Kubernetes | Docker | Electrical Engineering | AWS Cloud | Spring Boot | Agile | Scrum | Database | SQL | Situational Leadership | Microservices | Automated Testing